Taking care of your scalp is just as important as taking care of your skin. A healthy scalp is the foundation for healthy and beautiful hair. Neglecting your scalp can lead to a host of problems, including dandruff, dryness, and itching. Also, overall it will prevent you from reaching your hair length goals. We will explore four tips for keeping your scalp in top condition.
1) Cleanse Regularly:
Just like the skin on your face, your scalp can benefit from regular cleansing. Cleansing will remove the dead skin cells and unclogs the hair follicles. Also, it works in tandem to promote healthy hair growth as your scalp is the base of your hair. We recommend cleansing your hair at least every 2 weeks. Do not wait until 4 weeks later when your scalp is seriously itching and your patting it vigorously. Ensure to a sulfate free shampoo or a gentle cleanser on wash days. These ensure to give your hair the squeaky-clean feeling without leaving it dry and stripped.
2) Keep Your Scalp Moisturized:
A dry, itchy scalp is a common problem, but it can be easily prevented by keeping your scalp moisturized. Using a lightweight oil in your regimen to massage your scalp and provide it with the hydration it needs. Examples of oils to use are jojoba oil, argan oil or olive oil. Jojoba is the best as its properties are similar to the sebum on our scalp. You can also use a deep conditioning treatment once a week. The fortifying nutrients formulated into the treatment will aid to restore moisture to your scalp and hair.
3) Use Gentle Products:
Some hair products are formulated with harsh chemicals. These can be in your shampoos, conditioners, and styling products and they can damage your scalp and hair. You should be choosing products that are gentle on the scalp. They are free of sulfate, alcohol, mineral oil and fragrances. You should be looking for organic ingredients in your products. Examples of these are tea tree oil, aloe vera, horsetail, rosemary oil and chamomile. All of which will soothe the scalp to prevent inflammation. As well as protect the health of your scalp.
4) Avoid Over-Styling:
Over-styling with heat styling tools like flat irons, curling wands, and hair dryers can cause damage to your hair and scalp. Limit the use of heat styling tools, and always use a heat protectant spray to minimize the damage. If you must use heat styling tools, be sure to let your hair air dry as much as possible, and only style it when it’s completely dry.
By following these tips, you can keep your scalp healthy and beautiful. Remember, a healthy scalp is the foundation for healthy, beautiful hair, so take the time to treat your hair with the care and attention it deserves
